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A captive audience can easily overcome a blowout. The Commanders-Cowboys game, landing in the middle window on Thanksgiving, drew an average audience of 41.4 million, according to CBS. It’s the most-watched show since Super Bowl LVII. CBS also calls it the third most-watched regular-season game in league history. Making the development even more amazing is the fact that it was …

Chiefs fans are furious with Nick Sirianni and he loves it originally appeared on NBC Sports Philadelphia If you’ve spent any time at all on social media this week, you’ve seen the videos of Nick Sirianni losing his mind after the Eagles beat the Chiefs Monday night. “See yaaaaaaa!!!” he screamed toward Chiefs fans as he strutted along the sideline …

The Miami Dolphins’ 34-13 win over the New York Jets on Black Friday had plenty of ugly moments, but the worst came early in the fourth quarter, when the MetLife Stadium turf struck yet again. Dolphins standout pass rusher Jaelan Phillips went down with a non-contact injury at the line of scrimmage and eventually had to be carted off the …

Will the Giants determine which quarterback starts for the Patriots? originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston Which young players may provide some hope for the future? Which veteran leaders are still showing some week-to-week resiliency during a lost season? And, of course, what exactly is going on at quarterback? The why and how of the winning and losing of games …

Patriots’ QB situation remains a mystery after reps split in practice originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston FOXBORO — After several days of trying to get a handle on the Patriots quarterback situation, here’s what we’ve learned. First, as far as players and staff can tell, the quarterback reps in practice this week have been split relatively evenly between Mac Jones and Bailey …

The 49ers manhandled the Seahawks on Thanksgiving night, securing a 31-13 win. That didn’t keep millions of people from watching it. NBC has announced that it generated its second largest audience for a Thanksgiving night game, with an average audience of 26.3 million. That’s the most since Bears-Packers in 2015 drew 27.8 million on the fourth Thursday night in November. …

The Rams offense under Sean McVay historically is at its best when an effective rushing attack creates play-action passing opportunities. So the return of running back Kyren Williams, and receiver Cooper Kupp’s perseverance to play through an ankle injury should provide the Rams with a boost Sunday when they play the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Ariz. …

The Week 12 NFL main slate begins Sunday at 1 p.m. EST and features 10 games. The participants of the three Thanksgiving Day games (Packers-Lions, Commanders-Cowboys and 49ers-Seahawks, Friday’s game (Dolphins-Jets), Sunday Night Football (Ravens-Chargers) and Monday Night Football (Bears-Vikings) play outside the main slate. Yahoo will run plenty of NFL DFS contests for Week 12, but the biggest is …

Eagles vs. Bills predictions for Week 12 of the NFL season originally appeared on NBC Sports Philadelphia The Eagles (9-1) are home to host the Bills (6-5) on Sunday afternoon at the Linc. To the predictions: Reuben Frank (8-2) It’s been a disappointing season for the Bills. After losing just 12 games the last three years, they’ve already lost five …

It took eleven games. It took seven losses. It took four losses in a row. It came after Friday’s 34-13 loss to the Dolphins. Jets coach Robert Saleh was asked by reporters whether he’s worried about his job security. “No, I’m not worried,” Saleh said. He shouldn’t be. This entire mess is a direct result of an organizational decision to …

Patriots’ QB drama shows how far the mighty have fallen originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston The Patriots are now the team they used to laugh at. A 2-8 record. Averaging 14 points per game. Entering the weekend with nobody — not the players, not the coaches, not the quarterbacks themselves — knowing which of two underwhelming options will start …

As expected, Kyren Williams is officially back. The Rams have activated Williams off of injured reserve, the team announced on Saturday. He’s expected to play in Sunday’s game against the Cardinals. “I thought he’s had a really good week and it’s good to be able to get him back,” head coach Sean McVay said in his Friday press conference. Williams …

Chiefs head coach Andy Reid said during his Friday press conference that there was a chance Mecole Hardman’s sprained thumb could keep him out for more than just this week. It turns out Hardman will miss at least the next four games. Kansas City has placed Hardman on injured reserve, the team announced on Saturday. Hardman didn’t practice all week …

The Bears might not have running back D’Onta Foreman (ankle/shin) for Monday Night Football. Foreman had another limited practice after being injured in Sunday’s loss to the Lions, and the Bears list him as doubtful to go against the Vikings. In seven games this season, he has 101 touches for 436 yards and five touchdowns. Offensive tackle Larry Borom (illness) …

Bears injury report: Tyrique Stevenson’s late injury could open door for Terell Smith originally appeared on NBC Sports Chicago LAKE FOREST, Ill. — The Bears had a relatively clean bill of health this week following their heartbreaking 31-26 loss to the Detroit Lions in Week 11. Center Lucas Patrick left the loss to the Lions with a back injury but …